Double Dragon II Remake Coming to XBLA

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But it might not be what you expect.

By Daemon Hatfield

While the NES port was the most popular version of Double Dragon II, the arcade original was very cool. Soon we'll be able to relive it -- sort of -- on Xbox Live Arcade. Co-Optimus has the first details on Double Dragon II: Wander of the Dragons.

You can check out a five minute gameplay montage here:

It's still a side-scrolling brawler with kung fu fighters Billy and Jimmy out to get revenge for the death of Billy's girlfriend. You can pick up various weapons and beat the bad guys over the head with them, but it is unclear whether or not you can still grapple, ram their heads with your knees, and throw them over your shoulder.

But what's new?

The graphics have been totally redone in a style that longtime fans might find bizarre.

Four players can now join the fight simultaneously.

A new combo system has been implemented.

New action sequences.

A tutorial sequence starring girlfriend Marion.

Survival mode.

For reference, here's what the arcade original looks like:

Double Dragon II: Wander of the Dragons is planned for release in September for $15.